Behr paints receives award for creative use of PCR. (Plastics).

The Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR), Arlington, Va., has awarded Behr Process Corp., a maker of paints, stains and varnishes based in Santa Ana, Calif., the "PCR Creative Use Award."

The APR presented Behr the award at its June 20 Board of Directors meeting in Atlanta.

"This award acknowledges the consistent use of post-consumer recycled resin in products," APR Director Robin Cotchan says. "Behr has shown a commitment to the use of post-consumer polypropylene in paint cans sold nationally. Using plastic versus metal in the manufacturing of paint containers is notable, especially because the plastic is made with recycled content.

Chris Jones, Behr Process Corp.'s vice president of manufacturing, and Sophia Schade, vice president of merchandising for The Home Depot, accepted the award.

"The Home Depot is actively involved in pursuing environmental excellence through our stores and our vendors," says Schade. "We are committed to selling products that are manufactured, packaged and labeled in an environmentally responsible manner. Behr has set a good example in environmental responsibility, and I am proud to accept this award with them," she added.

Jones adds, "It's gratifying to work for a company that is sensitive to environmental issues. We have never used lead in our paints, have a line of SCS Certified Biodegradeable and No VOC cleaners, as well as use recycled plastics in the manufacturing of our paint cans. I am extremely proud to accept this award on behalf of Behr."

Also accepting the award were Behr's Eastern Regional Vice President of Manufacturing John De Joy and Regional Vice President of Sales Mark Faber, as well as The Home Depot's Manager of Environmental Programs Kimberly Drye.